Changing Leeds - Go down these hidden and historic city centre alleys and yards

The city centre boasts a network of alleys and yards which up part of Leeds's rich history and heritage.

By Andrew Hutchinson

Published 20th Jan 2020, 06:00 BST

Updated 13th Feb 2020, 09:04 BST

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These photos archive aim to bring these often hidden or unknown gems into focus and showcase life in Leeds through the decades. How many of these alleys and yards exist today? LIFE IN LEEDS THROUGH THE DECADES: 1920s | 1930s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

13. 1901

A view of Dawson's Court, which leads off George Street. It shows a narrow alleyway with a man in smart attire standing in entrance. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

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14. August 1970

Burning brightly - an old gas lamp in an alleyway between Albion Place and Commercial Street.

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15. 2007

This is Angel Inn Yard off Briggate. Photo: Mark Bickerdike

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16. 2007

Recognise this location? It is a view of Queen's Court on Lower Briggate. Photo: Mark Bickerdike

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Have any prominent city centre yards or alleys out been missed out? Tell Andrew Hutchinson via email at: andrew.hutchinson@jpress.co.uk or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN

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Have any prominent city centre yards or alleys out been missed out? Tell Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN Photo: James Hardisty

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